Today, a well designed and well written website is the expected standard in the business world. However, there’s more to consider than cutting-edge design and engaging copy when launching your business website; there are essential legal elements that must be included...
Who is selling? It is often assumed that a selling dentist is someone who wants to retire and stop practising clinical duties on handing over the keys; rarely, do we see this in today’s market. A dentist looking to sell tends to be someone who has decided...
Just like life, the market conditions for the sale of a dental practice go in a cycle – once popular NHS practices no longer are in favour over private specialist practices. Where does that leave most sellers, and how does the process of selling affect this? When I...
Professional indemnity is designed to protect you from any lawsuits or acquisitions that have been filed by clients as well as other parties that allege to harm or loss as a consequence of an improper service, product or counsel that you have provided them with....
In light of the recent court case of Harpur Trust v Brazel, which was heard in the Supreme Court, you may have some questions surrounding the outcome of the judgement and what this means in terms of paid holiday days for employees who have irregular working hours or...
What is a 24-Hour Retirement? The process is to retire from your current GDS/PDS contract over a weekend (for 24 hours Saturday to Sunday) before returning to work as normal on the Monday. Following your return to work you will receive a lump sum from your NHS pension...
Many organisations are unaware of the importance of their company's intangible assets, although they are frequently crucial to developing a relationship with customers. A trademark logo or brand-specific designs or colour combinations can help your business stick out...
Often, employers are asked to give references for employees. We know that employers are aware of the potential risks however they remain unsure of what should and shouldn’t be mentioned in those references. Here, we give you a clear employers references guide that...
Hashmi v. Lorimer-Wing [2022] EWHC 191 is a recent case that exposed anomalies within the Model Articles and raised concerns about the legality of decisions made by private corporations who operate with sole directors. What Are...
If you’re selling a pharmacy, there are lots of things that you need to keep in mind, especially if you’ve never been in this position before. With this in mind, here are four key points that you should consider to help streamline the process and ensure that...
Whatever sector or industry you’re working in, you should know your basic working rights. It’s essential, however, to note these rights will depend on what employment status you have – whether you’re self-employed, an employee, or a worker. If you’re a worker, you’ll...
Buying your optical practice is exciting, but it can also be very stressful. Even when businesses look similar on paper, the buying experiences may differ wildly. There are several factors to keep in mind, and here, we look at some top tips to help you minimise the...
Although some business owners want to lease their commercial premises, others prefer to buy in order to enjoy greater flexibility and freedom. Buy a commercial property represents a good choice for many SMEs that want to expand, but it’s important to understand the...
When negotiating contracts when selling or buying a property, there will be some specific provisions with regard to dental transactions that only arise in this sector. That is one of the most important reasons why you must use an experienced solicitor. Here, we take a...
Although starting a new business is exciting, it can also be daunting. One of the most complicated aspects to bear in mind is using a brand name and a trademark. Although it may seem easy, there is always the potential for conflicts, some knowing how to avoid them is...
It’s always a good idea to plan your business sale well before you may wish to start the process. However, for everything to run smoothly, you’ll need to know what you need to keep in mind, so here is a list of considerations. Why Do You Want To Sell? You need to...
Your intellectual property is something you’ve created with your own mind, whether your brand name, your invention, your product’s design, or something you’ve written, made, or produced. For many individuals and companies, these are extremely valuable assets. With...
Anyone purchasing a business typically bases their offer on the company’s most up-to-date financial statements. Yet, these accounts show only the business’s historical financial position to its latest accounts date, with a period of time before the completion which...
Selling commercial property isn’t something you do on a whim. It takes planning. A bit of strategy. And a solid understanding of what you’re dealing with. There are some similarities between selling a commercial property and a residential one, but you’ll need to...
Crypto, or cryptocurrency, is a currency which exists virtually or digitally, and which uses cryptography in order to secure the transactions. There is no regulating or central issuing authority for cryptocurrencies. Instead, they use a decentralised system for...
If you’re an employee, you may be keen to adopt a more flexible working pattern. While there is a common misconception that only carers or parents have the right to ask for changes of this kind, that isn’t actually true. Any employee has the right to request a...
If a trademark is officially registered, the mark’s owner has rights conferred on them under the 1994 Trademarks Act. That means they can prevent any unauthorised third-party usage of their trademark with respect to the specified services or goods. Furthermore, a...
Today’s childcare market has a valuation of over £5 billion, and as average nursery fees are increasing by around 6% per year, and occupancy rates are also rising to around 75%, it’s clear this sector is experiencing positive growth. With this in mind, it may be the...
Sometimes, employers use settlement agreements when an employee’s employment is being terminated. But why are they used? Here, we take a closer look at what they are and why an employer may choose to use one. What Are Settlement Agreements? Sometimes called Compromise...
If you’re interested in child development and want to run a business of your own, purchasing a nursery is a great option for you. However, there are some significant compliance requirements to keep in mind when making a purchase of this nature, not to mention some...
Arguably one of the hardest parts of filing a trademark application is knowing what terms you need to include to protect your business. It is important that you cover the goods/services that are applicable to your business in your trademark application as that...
Many businesses needing to reduce their workforce offer redundancy to their surplus employees, but occasionally, employers call certain situations redundancy even though there isn’t a genuine business reason for dismissing the employees in question. ...
If you believe you were dismissed unfairly from your job, you may have a case for unfair dismissal. However, understanding what this means is important if you wish to challenge your employer. If your employer had a just reason that was sufficient to justify your...
Dental leaders in Scotland have said that the patient backlog to receive NHS dental treatment is huge. The official data has revealed that people living in better-off areas have a greater chance of getting an appointment with a dentist during the past two years when...
Having just announced his withdrawal from his deal worth £36 billion to take over Twitter, Elon Musk’s reason for pulling out of the purchase was an alleged “adverse event”. Essentially, he claimed the platform had misrepresented matters and had failed to supply...
Purchasing a pharmacy is something that requires some careful thought and consideration. There are a number of legalities that are associated with purchasing this type of business and having a good understanding of them will make it much easier to ensure your purchase...
Social media influencer is a job that more people aspire to, with the industry now having a value of about $16.4 billion. However, with following numbers on the increase, these online celebrities begin to face more risks. A significant security challenge influencers...
When contract disputes arising, it can be difficult to deal with them. Not only can it be time-consuming and costly, but it can also be extremely frustrating. Making a decision that is based on your business’s best interests is the most important thing when it comes...
For years now, NHS Dentistry has been ripe for reform, with the government promising time and again to give the system a complete overhaul. Finally, it appears that some changes could be on the horizon. Within the past week, Maria Caulfield MP made a House...
When you’re selling your optical practice, there’s a lot to keep in mind, but one of the top considerations has to be whether you want a share or asset sale. Deciding the kind of transaction to use depends on your circumstances and knowing the differences between both...
If you’re considering starting your own business, there’s a lot to bear in mind. Here are a few top tips to make the process easier. Ensure You’re Making The Right Decision The very first consideration is whether or not starting a business is really the right choice...
Every provider of primary care dental services must have CQC registration as of 1st April 2011. The CQC or Care Quality Commission requires an application to be made supplying the applicant’s details, the type of regulated activity they are applying for (i.e.,...
With the news that a thousand NHS dentists have left the health service in only one year, the number of dentists now operating in the UK is at its lowest level for ten years. In 2019-2020, England had almost 25,000 NHS dentists, however during the...
When the Companies Act 2006 came into force in the UK, company directors were legally bound to fulfil certain duties or risk facing severe repercussions, including dismissal or disqualification by court order. Here is an overview of some of the general duties to give...
If you own a commercial property and are acting as a landlord, you may at some point wish to take back the possession of your property. Often, this will be due to your tenant’s breach of their lease terms or contract, for example by failing to make rent payments on...
Traditionally, new entrants to markets have used joint ventures for several reasons. Often, one party has more experience in supplying certain skills and the other may have a wider number of contacts in the sector, or two individuals who have worked together to...
What is a Settlement Agreement? A Settlement Agreement is a legally binding agreement between you and an employee. It is usually needed on termination of an employee’s employment, but its general purpose is to aim to resolve a dispute between you and an employee. In a...
There are times in any company when removing one of the directors appears to be the best course of action for all of the parties involved. However, knowing how to go about it can be challenging. There are a number of pitfalls and risks associated with attempting to do...
For many people, copyright law as a concept isn’t always clear. Too often, uncertainty exists around whether the copyright is owned by them, or what could happen if it’s copied without their permission. In order to better navigate the complexities of copyright law,...
The last decade has seen a boom in social media use, globally, and now brand owners are looking to take advantage of the evolving marketing environment and promote their goods or services in the best ways they possibly can. In line with recent trends,...
Duration and renewal of a UK trade mark A registered trademark can provide relatively long lasting protection, staying in place for ten years. However, the registration perod will come to an end, which can be worrying for...
If you’re considering purchasing a business, you need a solicitor you can trust. It is often a daunting prospect to buy a business, with many complex legal matters to handle. However, with the right solicitor on board, you can be confident that the transaction will...
Phantom Share Options are used for employee benefits and provide a great way to offer incentives to current or potential staff. Find out more about them here. Finding ways to reward your team or incentivise new starters can be a headache, especially when you are...
What are the options for a creditor who has a judgement order against a debtor, who is either unwilling or unable to satisfy a debt? A creditor may seek to explore several enforcement methods to recover the debt. This article focuses on the procedure and...
Many companies have suffered substantial financial hardship since March 2020. In recent weeks there has been significant talk of economic recovery. Although it is anticipated that businesses will resume regular trading activity in the coming weeks, there are many...
